Residential Support Worker

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About Us:

At Gateways, we all have one thing in common: the passion to support people with a disability and make every day better. The Gateways Support Services vision is to provide support for children and adults with a disability and their families to maximise their quality of life. We are looking for experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our team in East Geelong.

What\u2019s in it for you?

• Salary packaging option to increase take-home pay
• Ongoing training opportunities
• Collaborating with a supportive, caring, and passionate team
• Accessible and approachable management
• Extensive training opportunities, including positive behavioural support and ethical response
• 2-day induction program

About the role:

In the capacity of a Residential Support Worker, you will provide extensive support to individuals with disabilities within a residential setting, covering tasks such as personal care, meal assistance, hoisting, and transfers.

Roster information

We work on a Fortnightly, Week 1/ Week 2 roster. Our work weeks run Thursday to Wednesday. Roster details are below.

• Line A hours)
  • Week 1: Thursday 6:30am :30am (3 hours)
  • Friday 2:45pm :45pm (6 hours)
  • Monday 3:00pm :00pm (7 hours) & sleepover
  • Tuesday 6:30am :00am (2.5 hours)
  • Wednesday 2:45pm :45pm (6 hours)
  • Week 2: Friday 2:45pm :6pm (3.75 hours)
  • Saturday 3:45pm :00pm (6.25 hours) & sleepover
  • Sunday 7:00am :00am (2 hours)
  • Monday 2:45pm :6:30pm (3.75 hours)
  • Wednesday 6:30am :30am (3 hours)
• Line B (48.5 hours)
  • Week 1: Thursday 3:00pm :00pm (7 hours) & sleepover
  • Friday: 6:30am :00am (2.5 hours)
  • Monday: 2:45pm :45pm (6 hours)
  • Tuesday: 2:45pm :6:30pm (3.75 hours)
  • Wednesday: 3:00pm :00pm (7 hours) & sleepover
  • Week 2: Thursday 6:30am :00am (2.5 hours)
  • Sunday: 8:45am :00am (8.25 hours)
  • Monday: 2:45pm :45pm (6 hours)
  • Tuesday: 6:30am :30am (3 hours)
  • Wednesday: 7:00am :30am (2.5 hours)

Let\u2019s talk about you

Do you have a strong dedication to helping individuals lead fulfilling lives, excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a keen desire to be a part of and enhance a positive workplace atmosphere? If so, we encourage you to get in touch with us

Compliance documents (required if successful for the role):

• NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance (or willingness to obtain one)
• NDIS Workers Orientation Module (certificate of completion)
• Employee Working with Children Check (Victorian)
• Current First Aid & CPR certificate
• Valid Victorian Driver\u2019s License
• Qualification in Disability, Community Services, Social Work or equivalent (desirable)

Please attach an updated resume and cover letter to your application.

Please indicate in your cover letter the specific job line you are applying for.

To request a position description, please email

Child safety and wellbeing is embedded in Gateways leadership, governance, and culture. We have zero tolerance of child abuse. We have vigorous recruitment and screening processes for all employees and volunteers.

Gateways welcome applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, and individuals with disabilities or culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We\u2019re eager to welcome dynamic individuals to our team and want to ensure we don\u2019t miss out on great talent. To expedite our hiring process, we\u2019ll be assessing applicants as we receive their submissions. Therefore, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications without delay.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Other

• Individual and Family Services

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